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2022 Lexus NX450H+Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2022 Lexus NX450H+, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-478 the manufacturer reports only 93% of affected cars repaired.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls3Lowest repair rate 93%Owner complaints20 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage1kService brakes, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 12, 2023. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2022 Lexus NX450H+ has problems

2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Service brakes20
Steering10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

3 recalls

2022 Lexus NX450H+ recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

93%repaired · 2025 Q3

Propulsion system: dc/dc converter

Recall 23V-478 · Jul 12, 2023 · 43,442 vehicles · 40,588 repaired

Risk. A short circuit can cause the DC-DC converter to overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

96%repaired · 2024 Q1

Structure: body

Recall 22V-238 · Apr 13, 2022 · 4,215 vehicles · 4,044 repaired

Risk. A separated shock absorber can cause a loss of vehicle stability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

95%repaired · 2024 Q1

Control module: software

Recall 22V-239 · Apr 13, 2022 · 458,110 vehicles · 434,149 repaired

Risk. Driving with a deactivated stability control system increases the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Lexus.

Best & worst years

2022 vs. every other NX450H+ year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the NX450H+ median. How we score

'22
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
1 investigation

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal investigations that included the 2022 Lexus NX450H+, and the recalls they led to.

  1. Pedestrian alert soundsDP22005 · closed Aug 7, 2023
    Led to recall 22V-063
In owners' words

What NX450H+ owners report

Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

The contact owns a 2022 Lexus NX450H+. The contact stated while in reverse and exiting her driveway at approximately 3 MPH, the vehicle came to an abrupt stop. The contact stated that the brake warning light was illuminated in red. Additionally, she had not depressed the brake pedal. The contact…
Complaint 11468327 · Jun 8, 2022 · 1,000 miles
The Vehicle Has an alignment issue that was identified at 12 miles Odometer Reading for the this brand new car. Steering is off-center to the left and the car still drifts to the left on even roads after 3 attempts to fix the problem. When the Break Hold feature is on, the vehicle locks the breaks…
Complaint 11461042 · Apr 17, 2022

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